1. My favorite (admittedly, I have not read nearly all of them) is Byron Ferguson's "Become the Arrow". Easy to ready, lots of good information (minus the part about wood arrows).

2. No idea--might check on the regional forums and get some advice.

3. Heavier arrows don't really "knock down", but they will pass through. One example that I read summed it up pretty good. Throw a ping-ping ball as hard as you can into a snowbank (I imagine you can do this test up your way). Then drop a baseball into it. Which one goes deeper?

4.The best over-the-counter bow, in my opinion, is a Martin. It has it's limitations though, especially if you have a longer than average draw length. Some of the Martins cost as much or more than some customs too. I agree with JRW on this one.

5. You can spend a little or a lot--depends on how fancy you want them. (hint-fancy doesn't shoot any better)

Good luck, and welcome to our addiction!

Chad

Long Bows Rule!